Opelousas General Health System Laboratory Receives Accreditation from College of American Pathologists

The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to Opelousas General Health System (OGHS), based on results of a recent on-site inspection as part of the CAP’s Accreditation Programs. Recognized for rigorous and robust standards, CAP accreditation elevates quality and mitigates risk, an important way that laboratories can contribute to improved patient outcomes.

Chrissy Lalonde, M.D., OGHS Laboratory Medical Director, was advised of this global recognition and congratulated for the excellence of services provided. OGHS laboratory is one of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide.

“This accreditation is a testament to the skill and expertise of our laboratory team. It demonstrates our commitment to maintaining high standards in diagnostic testing, ensuring accurate, reliable results for the patients we serve,” said Lalonde.

Lance Armentor, OGHS President & Chief Executive Officer, upon learning of the laboratory’s accreditation, said: “We are incredibly proud of our laboratory team for achieving accreditation by the College of American Pathologists. This recognition reflects their unwavering commitment to excellence and patient safety. It is another example of our dedication to providing the highest level of care to our patients.”

During the CAP accreditation process, designed to ensure the highest standard of care for all laboratory patients, inspectors examine the laboratory’s records and quality control of procedures. CAP inspectors also examine laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety program and record, and overall management. These reviews help verify activities and reflect the most recent best practices.

With over 23,000 laboratory participants, in addition to accreditation, the CAP offers proficiency testing/external quality assessment (PT/EQA) programs, quality improvement tools, and protocols and guidelines to ensure excellence in all areas across the laboratory. Built on a foundation of pathologist expertise, the College of American Pathologists (CAP) partners with laboratories worldwide to elevate the quality of laboratory medicine with best-in-class solutions designed to drive operational excellence, achieve diagnostic confidence, and ensure the best patient care.